2013 Tesla Model S | 2012 Tesla Model S | 2014 Tesla Model S | 2015 Tesla Model S | 2016 Tesla Model S | 2016 Tesla Model X | 2017 Tesla Model X — Parking brake
Published April 20, 2017 · Recall initiated: April 19, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V260000, published April 20, 2017 and initiated April 19, 2017. Recalling firm: Tesla, Inc.; 2013 Tesla Model S | 2012 Tesla Model S | 2014 Tesla Model S | 2015 Tesla Model S | 2016 Tesla Model S | 2016 Tesla Model X | 2017 Tesla Model X — Parking brake.
What's the hazard
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electric parking brake calipers have an internal gear that may be improperly manufactured, possibly resulting in the gear fracturing during parking brake application or release.
What to do
Tesla will notify owners, and service centers will replace both the left and right electric parking brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2018. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-17-33-002.
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Recall details
- Brand
- TESLA
- Model
- MODEL S
- Manufacturer
- Tesla, Inc.
- Lot
- 2013 TESLA MODEL S | 2012 TESLA MODEL S | 2014 TESLA MODEL S | 2015 TESLA MODEL S | 2016 TESLA MODEL S | 2016 TESLA MODEL X | 2017 TESLA MODEL X
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2013 Tesla Model S | 2012 Tesla Model S | 2014 Tesla Model S | 2015 Tesla Model S | 2016 Tesla Model S | 2016 Tesla Model X | 2017 Tesla Model X — Parking brake recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V260000 on April 20, 2017. Reported hazard: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electric parking brake calipers have an internal gear that may be improperly manufactured, possibly resulting in the gear fracturing during parking brake application or release.
What should I do if I have this product?
Tesla will notify owners, and service centers will replace both the left and right electric parking brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2018. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-17-33-002.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: TESLA. Model: MODEL S.